Realityjam
Junior Game Developer Apprenticeship – Industry Access Program Realityjam | Remote (UK Residents Only) | Apprenticeship
RealityjamUnited Kingdom12 hours ago
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About Realityjam


Realityjam is a UK-based game development studio and developer platform building MMO titles for PC. We've partnered with Unity, the world's leading game engine, to create a structured 2-year pathway into the games industry for emerging artists and developers.


About the Program


This is a 2-year Industry Access Program combining structured training with paid employment, designed to take you from foundational skills to a qualified Junior Game Developer role.


Year 1 – Scion Foundation Training (SFT)


A full-time (30 hours/week), 12-month pre-apprenticeship training course focused on game creation and Unity skills. During this phase, you will:

  • Work on live, in-production game titles
  • Contribute original in-game assets (environments, skins, items) with professional credits
  • Build a verified portfolio of commercial game work


Please review eligibility requirements and compensation details for the SFT phase in full at realityjam.io/joinourmovement before applying.


Year 2 – Adeptus Apprenticeship


Upon completing the SFT, you progress directly into a guaranteed 12-month paid apprenticeship (4 days/week) as a Junior Game Developer. You will:


  • Develop game worlds, create scripts, and code assets for MMO titles
  • Work remotely, managed via Discord and Jira
  • Attend 3 in-person 2-day events per year for expert feedback and team collaboration
  • Work toward Unity Certified Associate qualification (developer or tech artist pathway)


Apprenticeship Salary & Benefits


  • £17,000 base salary (part-time, 4 days/week)
  • 22 days holiday per year (including UK bank holidays)
  • Pension and sick pay
  • Performance bonus: total earnings up to £22,000 per year


Upon Completion Graduates will hold a globally recognised Unity Certified Associate credential. Employment offers for full-time Junior roles are made on a case-by-case basis following completion.


Requirements

  • UK resident with the right to reside and work in the UK
  • No formal experience required, but a portfolio of personal or professional work (game development, scripting, coding, game assets, environments) will significantly strengthen your application
  • Prior industry experience is advantageous


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